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ISG104 Identification of Synthetic Gemstones

This course will provide the student with a complete overview of the process of synthesizing gemstones in the lab, including identification of those gemstones. The course outline includes:

  • Only course of this type offered anywhere
  • 26 Lessons
  • Complete overview of all synthesizing processes
  • Step by step through the 26 most often seen synthetic gemstones
  • How to identify virtually all of the synthetic gemstones.
  • 6 hours of DVD video lecture to demonstrate the course materials starting 1 July.
  • ISG Identification of Synthetic Gemstones Certificate of Completion

This course will provide the student with a broad spectrum of synthetic gemstones including the definitions of a synthetic gemstone, the processes by which they are made, and the identification techniques. Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

  • Identify the specific laboratory processes used to make a synthetic gemstone.
  • Identify 26 of the most often seen synthetic gemstones on the current market.

 

Lessons: 26 plus CD Reference Library. Prerequisites: None
Gem Equipment Required: None